Brad Pitt is making a thrilling comeback in F1, one of the most anticipated films of the year, directed by Joe Kosinski (the mind behind Top Gun: Maverick). Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 driver who returns to the racetrack decades after a career-threatening crash in the ’90s.
The trailer kicks off with a tense scene where Kate (played by Kerry Condon) reminds Sonny just how much is riding on his comeback: “We all lose our jobs if you can’t pull off a miracle.” Later, Sonny shares a cool, low-pressure moment with his old friend Ruben, signaling the weight of what’s at stake. Conflict heats up as Sonny goes head-to-head with Joshua (Damon Idris), the young hotshot rookie on the team.
The plot? Sonny was once F1’s brightest star, but an accident nearly ended it all. Now, 30 years later, a struggling team owner convinces him to race again, hoping for a miracle comeback. Alongside the fiery rookie Joshua, Sonny discovers that redemption isn’t a solo journey — it’s a team effort.
Bonus cool fact: both Brad Pitt and Damon Idris actually drove real Formula 1 cars for the film, adding authenticity to the high-speed drama.
F1 hits theaters June 27 — definitely one to watch for racing and Pitt fans alike.